Job summary
The Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner will work under the supervision of a Clinician whilst working towards their qualification. They will undertake clinical assessments for Trauma and Orthopaedic patients, with a particular focus on spinal conditions. They will order and carry out investigations and initiate treatments within defined competence and protocols in collaboration with the senior clinicians and multi-professional team.
They will provide leadership and clinical support to nurses working in the service in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary and senior nursing team.
The successful candidate will rotate through all areas of Trauma and Orthopaedics.. This person will work within a team but also on their own initiatives, they should enjoy a fast-paced challenging environment.
Please also note this vacancy is a training/development post so all applicants will start at Band 7 rising to Band 8a once the post holder has successfully demonstrated the completion of the relevant
Advanced Practice Post Graduate Diploma, and a portfolio of evidence containing supervised learning events which demonstrate completion of the clinical element of the core curriculum outlined in the Multi-Professional Advanced Clinical Practice Framework (HEE 2017).
Main duties of the job
Direct responsibility for assessment, examination, investigation and diagnosis of patients within their area of work under direct or indirect supervision of a Consultant Mentor / supervisor.
Appropriately treat patients, resulting in the safe management and appropriate referral or discharge of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed presentations.
Receive referrals via a variety of sources, including direct patient referral. Work within agreed protocols and working practices.
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics; participate in ward rounds, patient reviews and multidisciplinary team meetings.
Under direct supervision undertake a variety of clinical skills and provide treatment/ advice as per speciality and scope of practice, until appropriate level of competency achieved using agreed protocols of clinical practice and professional guidelines. This service may be provided within an acute secondary healthcare facility or in primary, community or home care settings.
Following completion of appropriate underpinning theoretical content and completion of competency assessment (within scope of practice) request and / or undertake diagnostic procedures and clinical investigations related to plans of care.
See Job description for full details before applying.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached JD and Job spec.
Advanced Practice Post Graduate Diploma, and a portfolio of evidence containing supervised learning events which demonstrate completion of the clinical element of the core curriculum outlined in the Multi-Professional Advanced Clinical Practice Framework (HEE 2017).
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached JD and Job spec.
Advanced Practice Post Graduate Diploma, and a portfolio of evidence containing supervised learning events which demonstrate completion of the clinical element of the core curriculum outlined in the Multi-Professional Advanced Clinical Practice Framework (HEE 2017).
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Higher Education qualification in speciality field
- Professional Registration NMC/HCPC
- Candidates must have GCSE(grade 4-9)/O'level(grade C-A) in Maths and English or equivalent certificate of comparability via NARIC/ENIC(for applicants whose qualifications are outside the UK) or Level 2 functional skills.
Desirable
- Non- Medical prescribing course
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced clinical practice skills
- Evidence of research and audit
Desirable
- Evidence of dissemination of knowledge in wider healthcare organisations
- Evidence of implementing change
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience at a senior level (band 6 or above) in a speciality area.
- Experience of using multidisciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills and able to communicate with MDT
- Sound clinical judgment in identifying and ordering diagnostic tests / interventions
- History taking and Consent
Desirable
- Able to work as part of a team and autonomously
Work related Circumstances
Essential
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Able to work flexibly and independently
Desirable
- Able to complete tasks and finish later if required.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Higher Education qualification in speciality field
- Professional Registration NMC/HCPC
- Candidates must have GCSE(grade 4-9)/O'level(grade C-A) in Maths and English or equivalent certificate of comparability via NARIC/ENIC(for applicants whose qualifications are outside the UK) or Level 2 functional skills.
Desirable
- Non- Medical prescribing course
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced clinical practice skills
- Evidence of research and audit
Desirable
- Evidence of dissemination of knowledge in wider healthcare organisations
- Evidence of implementing change
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience at a senior level (band 6 or above) in a speciality area.
- Experience of using multidisciplinary approach to patient care
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills and able to communicate with MDT
- Sound clinical judgment in identifying and ordering diagnostic tests / interventions
- History taking and Consent
Desirable
- Able to work as part of a team and autonomously
Work related Circumstances
Essential
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Able to work flexibly and independently
Desirable
- Able to complete tasks and finish later if required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
